Medium severity6.5OSV Advisory· Published Aug 17, 2026· Updated Sep 10, 2026
CVE-2026-74881
CVE-2026-74881
Description
openssl_encrypt versions before 1.4.0 configure CORS with allow_origins set to wildcard and allow_credentials enabled to true. Attackers can create malicious websites that make authenticated cross-origin requests to the API on behalf of any user who visits them.
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Affected products
2<1.4.0+ 1 more
- (no CPE)range: <1.4.0
- (no CPE)
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
2- github.com/jahlives/openssl_encrypt/security/advisories/GHSA-c65f-x25w-62jvnvdMitigationVendor Advisory
- www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openssl-encrypt-before-cors-misconfiguration-via-wildcard-originsnvdThird Party Advisory
News mentions
1- Jahlives openssl_encrypt: 25 Critical Flaws Including Auth Bypass and Sandbox Escapes Disclosed TogetherVypr Intelligence · Aug 17, 2026